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Olivia Maurer, College Student (in Occupational Therapy)
Social Coach and Job Coach
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Olivia has experience working with individuals with autism and other disabilities and was a PEER link during her time in high school. She is currently enrolled in college pursuing a degree in Occupational Therapy. Olivia has taken a lead roll in social coaching and job coaching for the past 3 years, and connects with many of our participants, helping them grow in their communication and employment skills. We are very fortunate to have Olivia working with us!
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Analiese Huffman, Wayne State University
Social & Employment Skills Coach
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Analiese is a student at Wayne State University finishing up her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Honors and Business Administration, with an honors co-major. She will soon be attending graduate school at Wayne State University to pursue a Master’s of Business Administration. Analiese is a member of a student organization on campus called Best Buddies where she interacts in many social settings with adolescents and young adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Previously, Analiese was an ABA technician, working with children 18mo-18yrs. In her free time she enjoys coaching girls softball, reading, golfing, and hanging out with her friends.
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Mason Rulison, Student at Central Michigan University (CMU)
Social & Employment Skills Coach
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Mason has been social and employment coaching for several years, joining as a high school student who served as a LINK for students with disabilities in high school. Mason is currently studying psychology at Central Michigan University (CMU), and works with Balance MI-Skills part-time. He does an excellent job helping with class procedures and connecting with participants in the program, and we value his commitment to the program. Mason loves animals and has a yellow Labrador Retriever. He also plays intramural soccer and volleyball and enjoys traveling, camping, and watching and attending sporting events.
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Jess Cherniawsky, Student at Michigan State University (MSU)
Social & Employment Skills Coach
Jess is a senior at Michigan State University. She is currently double majoring in neuroscience and psychology as well as applying to grad school to get her PhD in clinical psychology. Jess previously worked as a behavior technician before working for Balance MI Skills and has made significant contributions to the team and her role as a job and social coach, bringing a strong behavioral perspective to her work. In her free time Jess likes to workout, hang out with her friends, and go on walks around East Lansing.
Cheryl Maloney, Former High School Teacher
Social & Employment Skills Coach
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Cheryl has a Bachelor of Science (BS) in physical education, health, and mathematics and a Master of Arts (MA) in Educational Administration from Central Michigan University (CMU). Cheryl was previously a teacher at St. Johns High School and taught physical education, health, and personal development She worked with students with emotional impairment and cognitive impairment and modified curriculum to meet their needs. Cheryl has coached various sports in the middle and high school levels. She is married and has 3 daughters. In her spare time Cheryl enjoys spending time with family and friends and doing healthy activities.
